Director of Projects

About the role

The Director of Projects will lead the strategic planning, development, execution and successful delivery of all capital projects, renovations, asset‑enhancement initiatives, infrastructure upgrades and owner‑funded programmes across the Raffles Seychelles resort. Acting as the primary liaison between ownership, hotel operations, consultants, contractors, designers, government authorities and brand representatives, the role ensures projects are delivered safely, on budget, on schedule and in full compliance with brand and regulatory standards while protecting the guest experience.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of all CAPEX projects, renovations, infrastructure upgrades and development initiatives.
• Develop long‑term asset‑enhancement strategies aligned with ownership objectives and brand standards.
• Provide technical and commercial recommendations to ownership and executive leadership regarding project priorities and investment opportunities.
• Support feasibility studies, business cases, due‑diligence and ROI analysis.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from concept development through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, handover and defect‑liability management.
• Establish project schedules, milestones, budgets, procurement plans and execution strategies.
• Monitor project performance through regular reporting, progress reviews and risk assessments.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, interior designers, specialist consultants and brand representatives.
• Oversee commissioning, testing, snagging, handover and close‑out processes while minimizing operational disruption.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience delivering capital projects within hospitality or a comparable high‑end environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage the complete project lifecycle from feasibility to handover.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience preparing business cases and ROI analyses.
• Excellent technical decision‑making and ability to provide recommendations to ownership.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams including architects, engineers and specialist consultants.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance, brand standards and government authority requirements.

Required skills